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What's the weirdest thing you've done to TTC?

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Squirrel77 · 22/10/2011 18:55

It occurred to me, whilst doing a 20-minute headstand after SWI this afternoon (for gravity-assisted conception) Blush, then getting up and downing loads of nettle tea and red clover capsules, that this TTC thing has caused some strange behaviours....would love to hear about the weirdest things others have done in the baby-making quest! Don't be shy!

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buggerlugs82 · 24/10/2011 19:51

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Figaro82 · 24/10/2011 19:55

They come to my house. There are only to reflexologists in my area as we are a little out in the sticks. She also specialises in fertility! It is a lot of money though!

I find preseed makes things a little more comfortable when we are dtd so much plus it's meant to help!!! The more help the better!

buggerlugs82 · 24/10/2011 20:03

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Figaro82 · 24/10/2011 20:34

Started in January, fell pregnant in Feb, lost baby in April and been trying since :(. How about yourself?

buggerlugs82 · 24/10/2011 20:42

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Figaro82 · 24/10/2011 21:04

Reflex has helped stopping me getting obsessed! It took over my life after my miscarriage, but much betternow! Saying that, I'm at the start of the 2ww so there's plenty of time to get obsessed thus month!

buggerlugs82 · 24/10/2011 21:30

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innerstrength · 24/10/2011 21:34

Yes I also did the Yams to try and get twins. They are very dry and tasteless and the only supermarket that sells them is Asda for some reason. Also loads of tapioca (made from yam stuff apparently). Ate it every day for breakfast. Was fucking disgusting will never touch it again.

buggerlugs82 · 24/10/2011 21:39

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Pudding2be · 24/10/2011 21:54

Sorry this is TMI but I used a mooncup to keep everything in after dtd Blush.

It worked after 2 yrs ttc; my 8 week old is asleep next to me Smile

Slainte · 24/10/2011 22:01

buggerlugs82 I thought the rose quartz was meant to be for fertility.....

My mum bought some for me that would have been noticeable in Dolly Parton's bra!! I had to scour crystal shops looking for flat pieces. I'll look to see if I have any spare and if I do I'll post some to you (though we're in the middle of moving house so don't hold your breath Grin)

Figaro82 · 24/10/2011 22:10

Buggerlugs, fingers crossed it's your bfp!!!

Pudding, I go on bounty too and a few girls have just got there bfp after using moon cups!!! Congratulations!

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Squirrel77 · 24/10/2011 22:11

Wow! So many new things to try Grin.

I have found yummy ways of preparing yams BTW.

The Mooncup is an interesting idea, as I already use one for AF. Combined with a headstand I'll definitely be getting a BFP this month!

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nearlymumofone · 24/10/2011 22:13

Pudding are you serious about the mooncup? Never ever would have thought of that. Best put that on my shopping list!!

Slainte · 24/10/2011 22:15

buggerlugs82 missed your later posts, fingers crossed for a BFP and you might not need the crystals! [hgrin]

Figaro82 · 24/10/2011 22:20

Squirell, are they easy to use?? You will be able to join the circus with all these new tricks!

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Squirrel77 · 24/10/2011 22:39

The yams or the Mooncup? Grin

The Mooncup is easy to use, I have been using it for ages. You can get them at Boots - one lasts 10 years and you never have to buy tampons etc again! There is loads of information on the internet about them. They take a little getting used to, but they really are great.

DH is going to think I am bonkers waving the Mooncup around whilst standing on my head, as I prefer he doesn't see the Mooncup normally - secret womens' business...

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Pudding2be · 25/10/2011 08:33

Honestly it worked for me. I've kept it for when we ttc #2 next year

I also used preseed as it's meant to provide a friendly environment for sperm

Good luck ladies

buggerlugs82 · 25/10/2011 09:56

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KatAndKit · 25/10/2011 18:38

Oh bugs you know that a mooncup is not what you need! Not trying to start an argument with those who have used this method, but seriously, the sperm that can swim can get through the cervix by themselves. There is NO POINT in holding the duff ones and the semen in your vagina for hours. They either get through the gate sharpish or they don't make it. Most don't make it but this is why men produce gadzillions of the swimmers.

A mooncup might be handy for dealing with your period if you like the idea of it though.

Figaro82 · 25/10/2011 19:17

Hey Bugs, did you test again today??

HaveALittleFaithBaby · 25/10/2011 19:38

I like mooncups but for af only. I still maintain if a swimmer is destinied to get up there it will. Any that are likely to fall out won't be prevented by a mooncup/headstand etc.

2wwmadness · 25/10/2011 19:44

Rose quartz under my pillow. Pillow under bum after sex for gravitys help. Currently 12 weeks pregnant!

buggerlugs82 · 26/10/2011 09:55

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Fluffycloudland77 · 26/10/2011 10:54

Made dh go for three (yep THREE) sperm tests even though he had had chemo at 16.

I'm a health professional so which part of chemo killing sperm cells did I not understand??

On the last one he could here the two women staff next door talking about the good offers on at the supermarket down the road.